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Iran Conflict Hits Foundations of Gulf Economies

May 12, 2026·Stimson CenterEconomy

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GCC CONTEXT

Geopolitical tensions in the Persian Gulf historically create supply-side pressures on oil and gas markets, the primary revenue sources for GCC economies, while also triggering currency volatility and capital flow shifts as risk premiums adjust across regional assets. Prolonged conflict scenarios have historically elevated hedging costs for Gulf-based financial institutions and corporates, compressed non-energy sector growth through reduced business confidence, and prompted fiscal responses including reserve drawdowns or spending adjustments in oil-dependent economies. The structural exposure of GCC markets to regional stability reflects their deep integration with hydrocarbon exports, limited economic diversification in several states, and the role of energy revenues in funding both gover

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